Audition & Callback Information

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Directed by Rae Labadie

Synopsis:

What’s the buzz? The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 50 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ’s life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire.

Civic Theatre of Allentown is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, abilities, body types, and ages to audition.

Audition Dates:

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 @ 6pm

Callbacks: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 @ 6pm

Location:

Civic Theatre of Allentown 19th Street Theatre
527 N 19th St. 2nd Floor Rehearsal Hall

To Audition:

Audition forms will be available at the audition. Be prepared to list all known conflicts during the entire rehearsal and performance dates (January 6 - March 9).

Resumes and headshots are invited but not required. Photos will be taken where headshots are not provided. Auditions are a first come, first served basis. There will be no appointments. Please plan accordingly.

Audition Requirements:

Please prepare 32 bars from a song of your choice in the style of the show. Show off your range and rock vocals. Music from the show is permitted.

Be prepared for a group dance call and dress accordingly.

Note: Please prepare your sheet music doubled sided and place it in a binder for the accompanist. If the music is illegible or not piano accompaniment, we may not be able to play it for you! 

Self-tape/Virtual Auditions:

If you are unable to attend auditions in person, you may submit a video audition to associate_artistic_director@civictheatre.com no later than November 15. We will alert you if we need a call back.

ROLES:

*Considering all races, ethnicities and genders for roles. Seeking a highly diverse cast of vocal talent and movement capabilities.

JESUS: Rock Tenor. Leader of the twelve Apostles, called the Son of God and the King of the Jews. 20s – 30s.
JUDAS: Rock/Soul Tenor. One of the twelve apostles of Jesus. Concerned fame is diluting Jesus’ message and mission. 20s – 30s.
MARY MAGDALENE: Striking presence. Belter. A follower of Jesus who finds herself falling in love with him. 20s – 30s.
PILATE: Rock Baritone. Governor of Judea who foresees the events of Jesus' crucifixion from beginning to aftermath in a dream and finds themself being presented with that very situation. 30s - 50s.
KING HEROD: High Baritone. The King of Galilee; Jesus is brought to them for judgment after first being taken to Pilate. Larger than life 30s - 60s.
PETER: Tenor. One of Jesus' twelve apostles; denies Jesus three times upon the night of Jesus' arrest to save himself. 20s – 30s.
SIMON: High Baritone. One of Jesus' twelve apostles; urges Jesus to lead his followers into battle against the Romans. 20s – 30s.
CAIAPHAS: Low Bass with Rocky Top. High priest who sees Jesus as a threat to the nation. 30s - 60s.
ANNAS: High Baritone. Fellow priest at the side of Caiaphas who is persuaded by Caiaphas into seeing Jesus as a threat. 20s – 40s.

PRIEST 1: Bass.
PRIEST 2: Baritone
PRIEST 3: Tenor
APOSTLES: All ranges
SOUL GIRL 1: Low Belt; dancer
SOUL GIRL 2: Middle Belt; dancer
SOUL GIRL 3: High Belt; dancer

Large singing ensemble consisting of Lepers, Cured Lepers, Merchants, Apostles, Soldiers, Judas's Tormentors, Reporters, Temple Ladies, and Soul Girls.
 

Rehearsal Dates:

Rehearsals will begin the week of January 6. Actors must present their conflicts from January 6 through March 9 on their audition forms. Rehearsals may be held Sunday through Friday.

Performance Dates:

Fri, 2/21 | Sat, 2/22 | Sun, 2/23

Wed, 2/26 | Fri, 2/28 | Sat, 3/1 | Sun, 3/2

Thu, 3/6 | Fri, 3/7 | Sat, 3/8 | Sun, 3/9